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Middle East International School

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SAR 15,000 - 30,000
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 3000
Type Co-educational
Opened 1998
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages Arabic, French
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction

Middle East International School (MEIS) in Riyadh is a long-established international school serving KG to Grade 12. Founded in 1998 by Dr. Ahmad Al Mutib to serve expatriate families, the school offers an American curriculum for all grades and an IGCSE option for Grades 9 through 12, providing continuity from early years through external examinations such as SAT, IGCSE, AS and A levels. In January 2020 MEIS moved to a modern campus in Al Murouj, featuring four two-storey buildings (separate for girls and boys), four large playgrounds, and more than 150 classrooms. All spaces are equipped as smart classrooms with projectors and computers. The campus houses six computer labs, six science laboratories, three libraries and three clinics to support teaching and wellbeing. MEIS serves a multicultural, multilingual student body and is Cognia-accredited, with enrichment activities offered year-round to develop lifelong learners and responsible global citizens. Fostering global citizenship for all.

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8094 Al Muruj, Riyadh 12284, Saudi Arabia (also listed as 3302 Al Shahail - 8094 Al Muruj)

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The Essentials

Middle East International School has 3,000 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
3302 Al Shahail, 8094 Al Muruj, Riyadh 12284, Saudi Arabia. Located in the Al Muruj district in central Riyadh.

Stages
KG to Grade 12.

School day structure
School starts at 08:00 for KG and 07:40 for Grades 1–12; ends: KG 12:15, Grades 1–3 12:50, Grades 4–6 13:45, Grades 7–12 14:00. A mid-morning break is included; Grades 1–3 have a prayer break from 11:10 to 11:25, and Grades 7–12 have a prayer break from 12:55 to 13:15.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Middle East International School ranges from SAR 15,000 to SAR 30,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Fees

- No separate one-time "application fee" is listed. New students secure admission by paying the first installment of tuition upon submission of the registration file.
- Continuing (re-enrolling) students must pay a re-enrollment fee of SAR 1,000; this amount is deducted from the first installment of tuition and is non-refundable.

Tuition fees (Academic year 2026/2027) — annual and per-term (school uses two 50% instalments unless otherwise noted)

- Kindergarten (KG1, KG2, KG3): Annual SAR 19,500 — Per term (50%): SAR 9,750. VAT 15% will be added where applicable.
- Grade 1: Annual SAR 22,750 — Per term: SAR 11,375. VAT 15% will be added where applicable.
- Grades 2 and 3: Annual SAR 23,750 — Per term: SAR 11,875. VAT 15% will be added where applicable.
- Grades 4, 5, 6: Annual SAR 24,250 — Per term: SAR 12,125. VAT 15% will be added where applicable.
- Grade 7: Annual SAR 26,000 — Per term: SAR 13,000. VAT 15% will be added where applicable.
- Grades 8 and 9: Annual SAR 26,500 — Per term: SAR 13,250. VAT 15% will be added where applicable.
- Grades 10, 11, 12 (AD stream): Annual SAR 30,000 — Per term: SAR 15,000. VAT 15% will be added where applicable.
- Grades 10, 11, 12 (IGCSE stream): Annual SAR 15,000 — Per term: SAR 7,500. VAT 15% will be added where applicable.

Transport (bus) fees — annual and per-term

- Round-trip bus: Annual SAR 5,500 — Per term (50%): SAR 2,750.
- One-way bus: Annual SAR 5,000 — Per term (50%): SAR 2,500.
- Transport fees are subject to the same VAT statement and the school's payment schedule.

VAT and fee distribution

- A value-added tax of 15% is applied in addition to the listed tuition figures where applicable. The school distributes fees in instalments (the published 2026–2027 fee schedule shows fees arranged for two instalments: 50% first term and 50% second term). Per-term figures above are the base amounts before VAT.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- New students: the first instalment must be paid upon submission of the registration file.
- Continuing students: re-enrollment SAR 1,000 is payable upon re-enrolment and is deducted from the first instalment (this re-enrolment amount is non-refundable).
- Instalment timing: first instalment is due before the end of the first week of the first semester; the second instalment is due before the end of the first week of the second semester. (Fees are generally shown as two instalments of 50% each.)
- Early-registration and early-payment discounts:
- Kindergarten: 5% discount if the student is registered and the first-semester fee for 2026–27 is paid before 31 May 2026.
- Grade 1: 10% discount if registered and the first-semester fee for 2026–27 is paid before 31 May 2026.
- Early-payment discount for all grades (KGs & Grades 1–12): 5% when the full academic year fees are paid before the end of the second week of the first semester.
- Sibling discounts on tuition: 2nd child (youngest) 5%; 3rd child and more 10% (discounts apply to sibling tuition only). Transport sibling discounts: 1st child 5%, 2nd child 10%, 3rd child 15%.

Withdrawal / refund policy

- Tuition refund schedule when a guardian withdraws a student during the academic term (amounts calculated against the semester tuition fees):
- Withdrawal during the first week: deductible amount SAR 1,000 from the semester tuition fees.
- Withdrawal during the second week: 25% of the semester tuition fees is retained.
- Withdrawal during the third week: 50% of the semester tuition fees is retained.
- Withdrawal during the fourth week: 100% of the semester tuition fees is retained (no refund).
- Bus withdrawal refunds (applied against transportation semester fees):
- First week: 25% retained.
- Second week: 35% retained.
- Third week: 50% retained.
- Fourth week: 100% retained (no refund).
- Registration during the academic term (prorated charge policy):
- If registration occurs in the first month of the semester: 100% of tuition and transport fees charged.
- If registration occurs in the second month until the end of the semester: 80% charged.
- If registration occurs in the third month until the end of the semester: 50% charged.

Boarding

- Boarding is not listed or offered; no boarding fees apply.

Other costs and recurring charges

- Books: Kindergarten book costs are included in the KG tuition. Books for Grades 1–12 are not included in the listed tuition and should be purchased separately.
- Uniform: Uniform is compulsory. Uniforms are ordered through the school's designated vendor; prices are handled by that supplier. Parents must provide student name, grade and size when ordering. No uniform price list is published on the fee schedule.
- Exam / external certification fees (e.g., IGCSE examination charges) are not listed in the published tuition grid and, if applicable, are charged separately at the time of registration for those examinations.

Payment methods and bank details

- Accepted payment methods: Cash; MasterCard; Visa; Bank transfer; Check; Saudi payment network (SPAN); online payment via the school e‑payment portal.
- Published bank accounts / IBANs for fee remittance (payable to Ataa Educational Co.):
- Saudi Investment Bank — IBAN: SA97 6500 0000 0101 1823 8200 1.
- AlJazira Bank — IBAN: SA71 6000 0000 0342 3600 0002.
- Al Rajhi Bank — IBAN: SA36 8000 0344 6080 1020 0553.
- Riyad Bank — IBAN: SA17 2000 0002 5880 0008 9940.
- When remitting by bank transfer, provide the printed deposit slip or transfer confirmation to the Accounts Section specifying student name, grade and section for reconciliation.

Notable administrative points about fees

- School instalments cannot be transferred to another student.
- Re-enrolment (SAR 1,000) is non-refundable and is deducted from the first instalment for continuing students.

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Academics

Middle East International School teaches American Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE.

Curriculum
American board (KG to Grade 12) and IGCSE board (Grade 9 to 12).
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Admissions

Admissions
Admission Requirements. Admissions are based on the placement exam result and space availability. For Grades 2–12, students must take a placement exam in English and Math and achieve a passing grade of 50%. The placement exam tests material from the previous class. For Grade 1 and KG, admission is based on an interview with the coordinator of the concerned section. Admission Process. Visit the school on Sundays through Thursdays from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm to fill the placement confirmation form. Complete the placement test for Grades 2–12 or an interview for KG and Grade 1. If the student is eligible, a link for online registration is provided; the parent fills, prints, and signs it. Submit the registration form with all required documents and pay the first installment of tuition to secure admission. Student Registration Procedure. The parent can bring the child to the school during the stated days and times. The registration file is checked for documents including the student's Iqama/ID and passport copy (Mother's Passport copy if the student's name is included in the mother's passport), Father's Iqama/ID and passport copy (Mother's Iqama copy if she is the sponsor), Birth certificate, Vaccination card, Introduction letter from the father's sponsor, and the original report cards from Grade 1 onward with the required stamps. The school may require MOE equivalence and attestations for the prior curriculum, Noor transfer, and ministry approvals as applicable. After document verification, data is entered in the accounting system and the first tuition installment is due. Arabic notes translate to: 'Admission papers will not be accepted until the applicant passes the entrance test' and 'Please bring these documents for registration after the school contacts you.' Notes. Failing to complete admission formalities within the stipulated time leads to cancellation of admission. The school reserves the right to reject any admission without assigning any reason. All admissions are subject to approval from the Ministry of Education.
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